Forensic Clinical Specialist Program - Program Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026.
Forensic Clinical Specialist Program - Program Manager
Grade: Management and Administration HS9 - $157k + super + benefits
Location: Based at Community Forensic Mental Health Service, Clifton Hill | May be required to work at other sites from time to time
FORENSICARE:
Forensicare (Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health) is Victoria’s specialist provider of forensic mental health services. We deliver recovery-focused programs that support consumers living with serious mental illness or problematic behaviours who are connected to, or at risk of contact with, the justice system, across a variety of settings including community-based services, inpatient units, and secure environments throughout Victoria.
About the role
Join Forensicare in a senior leadership role where you will influence forensic mental health practice across Victoria, build sector capability, and deliver meaningful system-wide change. As Program Manager you will:
Build forensic mental health capability across Victoria through education, consultation, and workforce development of the Forensic Clinical Specialists
Foster strong partnerships with mental health, health, and justice sector stakeholders.
Lead the Forensic Clinical Specialist Program (FCSP) and influence best practice across services.
Drive innovation, quality improvement, and measurable outcomes that enhance consumer care
About you
You are a strategic and collaborative leader with significant forensic mental health experience and a passion for achieving meaningful outcomes.
Extensive leadership experience in forensic mental health, mental health, or a related service setting.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across complex systems.
Expertise in workforce development, education, and capability-building initiatives.
Strategic thinking combined with a passion for service improvement and innovation.
What You Will Do
Lead and oversee the delivery of a high-profile statewide program.
Develop and implement initiatives that strengthen forensic mental health practice.
Provide specialist advice and consultation to internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor program performance, evaluate outcomes, and drive continuous improvement.
Champion collaboration, knowledge sharing, and best-practice approaches across Victoria.
What you will need
A relevant tertiary qualification in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related discipline.
Current professional registration and/or membership with the relevant professional body.
Significant experience in forensic mental health, mental health, or related human services settings.
Proven leadership experience in program management, workforce development, or service improvement.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to work across complex service systems.
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Contact Emma Cartwright – Director, Service Innovation and Integration, Community Operations - email:[email protected]
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ELIGIBILITY
Influenza and Immunisation Evidence
This position is subject to a Police Check
Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.